Discovering Pride Later in Life

Discovering Pride Later in Life

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  Embracing Authenticity & Overcoming Ageism After 50 Coming out isn’t limited to any age. For many LGBTQ+ individuals, the journey to living openly as queer begins later in life,...
Non-Binary People’s Day: Celebrating Identities & Debunking Myths

Non-Binary People’s Day: Celebrating Identities & Debunking Myths

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  Each July 14th we pause to honor Non-Binary People’s Day, a day dedicated to uplifting those whose gender exists outside the “male”/“female” boxes. Founded in 2012 by activist Kevan J....
The Reality of Trans Youth Today

The Reality of Trans Youth Today

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  Transgender youth are at the forefront of societal change, bravely claiming their identities even as they face unprecedented challenges. From battling harmful legislation to navigating healthcare barriers, trans teens...
Are Frogs Queer Mascots?

Are Frogs Queer Mascots?

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  From Pepe the Frog’s meme redemption to the cheerful “🐸🦋” emoji pairing, frogs have hopped their way into queer hearts around the world. But why do these slippery amphibians...
🌈 Queer Parenthood

🌈 Queer Parenthood

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  Becoming a parent is a transformative journey—full of hope, questions, and sometimes unexpected detours. For LGBTQ+ people, the path to parenthood often weaves through unique challenges and profound moments...
🌈 Queer Relationships Beyond Romance: Chosen Family, Platonic Love; Community Bonds

🌈 Queer Relationships Beyond Romance: Chosen Family, Platonic Love; Community Bonds

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  Romantic love is powerful—but it’s only one piece of our queer kinship tapestry. In LGBTQ+ communities, “family” often means more than biology, and love takes many forms beyond the...
Trans Joy: Gender Euphoria Over Dysphoria

Trans Joy: Gender Euphoria Over Dysphoria

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  Too often, stories about trans lives focus on pain, struggle, and erasure. But there’s another side to our experience—moments of pure, unfiltered joy when our true selves shine through....
The History of the Pride Parade: From Stonewall to Today

The History of the Pride Parade: From Stonewall to Today

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  Each June, cities around the world burst into color as millions of people march, dance, and celebrate under rainbow banners. But Pride parades didn’t start as festivals—they began as...
Why Pride Month Matters

Why Pride Month Matters

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  Every June, rainbows unfurl across city streets, social-media feeds, and storefronts everywhere. But Pride Month is far more than a colorful calendar moment—it’s a powerful reminder of where we’ve...
Social Media Is Still Unsafe for LGBTQ+ Users

Social Media Is Still Unsafe for LGBTQ+ Users

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  The internet was supposed to be a place where LGBTQ+ people could connect, express themselves freely, and build chosen family when the world outside felt unsafe. But GLAAD’s latest...
Transphobia and Homophobia: Naming the Harm, Reclaiming Our Power

Transphobia and Homophobia: Naming the Harm, Reclaiming Our Power

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  For all the progress we’ve made, transphobia and homophobia still thrive in the shadows — and in plain sight. They show up in the jokes people think are harmless.In laws...
Neurodivergent and Queer

Neurodivergent and Queer

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  🧠🌈 Navigating Life at the Intersection of Two Beautiful Spectrums Some of us don’t just live outside the box — we were never meant to fit in it.Being both...